P eking University , the former Jing Shi Da Xue Tang(the Metropolitan University ) of  the Qing Dynasty, opened in December 1898. The Metropolitan University was then not only the most prestigious institution of higher learning but also the highest administrative organization of education in China . In May 1912, the Metropolitan University was renamed " Peking University ".

OEC （ Overseas Exchange Center ） is playing an important role in PKU's overseas exchange programs and has achieved good reputation with its high-standard service and professional work team since its foundation in 1993. It is affiliated with the Convention Center of Peking University, and has a number of meeting rooms with the capacity of 40-450 people.
OEC consists of three departments, taking charge of international conference organization, overseas exchange project arrangement, and venue rental.

OEC serves as a platform for overseas scholars and students to get to know China and Peking University . We have developed a long and intimate relationship with a number of overseas colleges and academic institutions from America , Europe, Japan , Korea , etc. Every year OEC arranges a tour and field study programs for a variety of student and/or scholar groups. With the increasing interest in both Chinese language and culture throughout the world, OEC has made it a priority to diversify the amount of overseas exchange projects it is a part of.